Create an appropriate study environment. Many students have a difficult time keeping up with their studies merely because they feel frustrated and uncomfortable when they sit down to begin them. In order to have an encouraging and fruitful experience when studying, you must be in an environment that allows for full concentration.
Develop a calm attitude. Studying also requires the correct attitude. Be calm and patient with yourself as you review the material. Beating yourself up will do no good. Try to open your mind as much as possible by putting other things aside and dispelling frustration.
Focus on the areas that need the most attention.
Review your notes 15-20 minutes a night.
Make flash cards and study guides.
Find a study buddy! Your Mom, Dad, Brother, Sister, or a Classmate!
Take good notes (and pay attention in class). Class time is when much of learning takes place. Pay attention during class, and don't expect to learn everything later on your own. Some good note-taking strategies are:
Using abbreviations or symbols for commonly used words
Singling out the most important information for the record (main ideas, necessary details).
Using clear headers to organize information.
Drawing pictures or diagrams rather than expressing "visual concepts" in words.
Don't forget, www.glencoe.com is a great resource for section quizzes and chapter test question examples!
Good Luck with your studying! Stay positive! BELIEVE IN YOURSELF!
Create an appropriate study environment. Many students have a difficult time keeping up with their studies merely because they feel frustrated and uncomfortable when they sit down to begin them. In order to have an encouraging and fruitful experience when studying, you must be in an environment that allows for full concentration.
Develop a calm attitude. Studying also requires the correct attitude. Be calm and patient with yourself as you review the material. Beating yourself up will do no good. Try to open your mind as much as possible by putting other things aside and dispelling frustration.
Focus on the areas that need the most attention.
Review your notes 15-20 minutes a night.
Make flash cards and study guides.
Find a study buddy! Your Mom, Dad, Brother, Sister, or a Classmate!
Take good notes (and pay attention in class). Class time is when much of learning takes place. Pay attention during class, and don't expect to learn everything later on your own. Some good note-taking strategies are:
Using abbreviations or symbols for commonly used words
Singling out the most important information for the record (main ideas, necessary details).
Using clear headers to organize information.
Drawing pictures or diagrams rather than expressing "visual concepts" in words.
Don't forget, www.glencoe.com is a great resource for section quizzes and chapter test question examples!
Good Luck with your studying! Stay positive! BELIEVE IN YOURSELF!